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Ministry of Communications
DoT ASTR, shot in arm to Gujarat Police to act against dubious SIM sellers
It is well known that SIMs subscribed on forged documents and in third party’s names are involved in majority of cybercrimes and anti-national activities. Such is the expertise level of fraudsters that they have created fake proof of identity / address documents, which can never be detected by human beings by analysing a single case in isolation. Hence, Department of Telecom  had taken up the challenge for preventing cybercrimes by conceptualizing and implementing an innovative and indigenous AI and Facial Recognition powered solution  – the NextGen platform for detecting and weeding out fake/forged SIMs.
The vision of the ASTR project is to analyze the whole subscriber base of all telecom Service Providers  combine and cleanse the mobile subscriber database by identifying non-bonafide mobile numbers. Presently, the system uses subscriber images and subscriber database provided by the Telecom Subscriber Providers  to DoT, compares the same and the output is generated in groups of similar images with different names.
Gujarat LSA carried out the analysis for its subscriber database and has identified total 486 groups where similar images are found with different names. With threshold of 20 or more subscribers in a group, there were total 29552 subscriber identified found in these 486 groups. This indicated clear connivance of point of sale  i.e. SIM sellers, specially those PoS whose contribution of fake SIMs in a group is abnormally high, in issuing suspected fake SIMs.
Immediately, a meeting was arranged with the IGP Shri Subhash Trivedi and SP Subodh Odedara Gujarat State Cyber Crime Cell, CID Crime, Gandhinagar on 24.03.2023, attended by DDG Shri Ajatshtru Somani and Director Shri Sumit Mishra from DoT side. All the relevant details were handed over by DoT Gujarat to the Gujarat State Cyber Crime Cell, CID Crime in the meeting.
Pursuant to which it was decided that the State Cyber Crime Cell and Gujarat ATS will carry out state-wide joint operation against such PoS involved in selling fake SIM cards, through State Cyber Crime Police Station, Cyber Crime Cell and SOG. DoT Gujarat extended full backend support like providing copy of Customer Application Form  and associated documents used at the time of obtaining such fake SIM, details of the PoS involved etc. on immediate basis from the respective TSPs.
This is the first of its kind state-wide crackdown carried out by DoT, State Cyber Crime and ATS against the PoS involved in selling of fake SIMs and as on date 15 FIRs against 30 such PoS, who had sold more than 7000 such fake SIM cards, have been registered across Gujarat state in last one week:-
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District
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No. of FIRs
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No. of POS
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Surat
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4
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14
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Ahmedabad
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3
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12
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Navsari
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4
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4
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Bhavnagar
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3
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3
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Rajkot
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1
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1
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Total
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15
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30
The joint operation is likely to continue for at least two more weeks and more FIRs are likely against such PoS involved in selling of fake SIM cards.
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Ministry of Women and Child Development
Maternal Mortality Ratio
A Task Force had been constituted by the Government to examine the correlation of age of marriage and motherhood with  health, medical well-being and nutritional status of mother and neonate/ infant/ child, during pregnancy, birth and thereafter,  key parameters like Infant Mortality Rate , Maternal Mortality Rate , Total Fertility Rate , Sex Ratio at Birth , Child Sex Ratio  etc. and  any other relevant points pertaining to health and nutrition in this context.
This information was given by the Minister of Women and Child Development, Shri Smriti Zubin Irani, in a written reply in the Lok Sabha today.
NITI Aayog
Boost to Development Projects in North East; First Meeting of the NITI Forum for North East in Agartala on April 10.
The first meeting of Newly constituted NITI Forum for North East will be held in Agartala, Tripura tomorrow,10 April 2018.
The meeting will be chaired by the Vice-Chairman, NITI Aayog, Rajeev Kumar and the co-Minister of State , Ministry of Development of
North Eastern Region , Jitendra Singh. Chief Ministers of NE States and leading lights from the region will attend the deliberations.
Shri Rajiv Kumar, Vice-Chairman, NITI Aayog and Shri Jitendra Singh, MoS , Ministry of DoNER addressed a press conference at NITI Aayog in the capital today ahead of departure to Agartala.
Emphasizing the need to identify constraints, streamline resources and add renewed focus on the NER, the Vice-Chairman and the Minister spoke about Moving towards a prosperous North East Region, the theme for the first meeting.
The broad agendas for the First Meeting include among others,
• Strategies for improving Road, Rail and Air Connectivity in the North East Region
• Realizing the Hydel Dream – Way Forward for utilizing existing potential for hydro-power in the NER
• Agriculture and allied sectors
− NE States to encourage Organic Farming
− Cultivation of Vegetables, fruits, Spices, medicinal plants
− Soil Health Card for farmers
− Minimizing post-harvest losses
− Increased coverage under Crop Insurance
− Milk production to be boosted
• Water Management
− Early completion of on-going irrigation projects
• Promotion of Tourism
− Promotion of Eco-Tourism, Rural Tourism and Adventure Tourism
− Strengthening of North East Tourism Development Council 
− Organically-themed Home-Stay Tourism  may be encouraged in other NE States
− The NETDC to work closely with NE States for tourism promotion
• Identifying and targeting early bird projects in areas of connectivity, agricultural productivity and industrial development to give fillip to growth in the NER.
Background:
The ‘NITI Forum for North East’ was constituted in February 2018 with an aim to ensure sustainable economic growth of the North Eastern Region  of the country and periodically review the development status in NER.
The secretariat for the Forum has been established in the DoNER Ministry. The Forum includes representation from all NE States, their Chief Secretaries and Secretaries of relevant Central Ministries/Departments, Directors of reputed institutions , experts and journalists have been included as members.
Ministry of Rural Development
99% of wage payments electronically credited into worker’s account through Direct Benefit Transfer system to bring more transparency & minimize leakages in MGNREGS
The details of the expenditure incurred on wages under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme  as reported by States/UTs in Management Information System  during the last three years and current year as on 30.07.2018 is given below:
The Government has taken steps under MGNREGA from time to time. These include:
- Capacity building of functionaries on planning, training of State/ District/ Block level Technical Resource team is taken up under SAKSHAM training programme.
- Training of Barefoot Technicians, capacity building of MGNREGA functionaries such as State Technical Resource Team / District Technical Resource Team / Block Technical Resource Team on Mission Water Conservation works, training on Geo-MGNREGA, training to Finance officers of States on preparation of fund proposals etc.
Complaints of irregularities/ misappropriation of funds in implementation of Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme  in States/UTs are received in the Ministry from time to time. Since the responsibility of implementation of MGNREGS is vested with the State Governments/UTs, all complaints received in the Ministry and forwarded to the concerned State Governments/UTs for taking appropriate action including investigation, as per law. With a view to bringing in more transparency into the system and to minimize leakages, Direct Benefit Transfer  system in wage payment has been adopted. The Ministry has introduced Electronic Fund Management System  under which 99%  of wage payments are electronically credited into the worker’s account through DBT system. The Government has started National Electronic Fund Management System  in 24 States and 1 UT for direct payment of wages into workers’ accounts.
This information was provided by the Minister of State for Rural Development, Shri Ram Kripal Yadav today in a written reply to a Lok Sabha question.
Ministry of Defence
Outreach activities at ENC on World Environment Day
As part of various initiatives and activities planned by the Indian Navy to commemorate World Environment Day - 2023, Beach Cleanup and Plantation drives were undertaken by the Eastern Naval Command  in all coastal states on the East seaboard on 05 Jun 23. The events witnessed very large participation of Naval, DSC and Defence Civilian personnel along with their family members.
The objective of the beach cleanup drive was to educate all personnel, their family members and other citizens about accumulation and negative impact of garbage/ waste along the coastlines and beaches, along with measures to mitigate the same. Washed off debris and plastic waste were collected, segregated and handed over for safe disposal.
The plantation drives carried out in all naval stations further affirmed Indian Navy's commitment towards preservation of environment and Go Green concept. Teachers and Students from Kendriya Vidyalayas participated by planting saplings in the school premises. The outreach activities undertaken by the Eastern Naval Command to strengthen the Mission 𝙇𝙞𝙛𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙮𝙡𝙚 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙀𝙣𝙫𝙞𝙧𝙤𝙣𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩  initiative of the Govt of India commenced with LiFE Pledge taking ceremony. This was followed by activities which included Blood Donation Camp, Awareness Seminars, Bicycle rallies, tree plantation drives, beach cleaning and other environment friendly initiatives.
Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions
Shri Vivek Kumar appointed as Private Secretary to the Prime Minister
The Appointments Committee of Cabinet  has approved the appointment of Shri Vivek Kumar, IFS  presently working as Director in the Prime Minister’s Office as Private Secretary to the Prime Minister with effect from the date of assumption of charge of the post, on co-terminus basis or until further orders, whichever is earlier.
Prime Minister's Office
PM congratulates Nikhat Zareen for Gold Medal at Women's World Boxing Championship
Also congratulates Manisha Moun and Parveen Hooda for their Bronze medals
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has congratulated Nikhat Zareen for Gold Medal at Women's World Boxing Championship. He also congratulated Manisha Moun and Parveen Hooda for their Bronze medals.
In a tweet the Prime Minister said :
"Our boxers have made us proud! Congratulations to @nikhat_zareen for a fantastic Gold medal win at the Women's World Boxing Championship. I also congratulate Manisha Moun and Parveen Hooda for their Bronze medals in the same competition."
Prime Minister's Office
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi says as the world grapples with climate crises, we have shown the way and launched the LifeStyle for Environment – Mission LiFE initiative
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi addressing the nation on the occasion of 77th Independence Day from the ramparts of historic Red Fort in New Delhi said we have put forth the concept of "One World, One Family, One Future” for the G20 summit and are working in that direction. As the world grapples with climate crises, we have shown the way and launched the LifeStyle for Environment – Mission LiFE initiative.
The Prime Minister said we formed the International Solar Alliance in collaboration with the world and many countries are now part of the International Solar Alliance. We have emphasized the importance of biodiversity and advanced the establishment of the "Big Cat Alliance"
Ministry of Labour & Employment
NCSCDA to Organise job drive
National Career Service Centre for Differently Abled , Bhubaneswar is going to organise a job drive for Youth jobseekers  to fill up more than 400 vacancies for the positions of Steward, housekeeping, front office, Supervisor, Kitchen Helper, Office Support Staff, Sales Executives etc with the minimum educational qualification including 5th class and above on date 28.10.2022, having age group 18 to 35 years.
Under PwDs categories jobseekers with Partial  Locomotors & speech & hearing Impairment Candidates can participate.
Therefore all the job seekers with the above mentioned criteria are requested to come with all desired documents like photocopy of all educational certificates, Aadhar card, passport size photograph, disability certificate  & filled in bio data form etc.
Date: 28th October 2022
Time: 9 AM
Age limit: 18 yrs to 35yrs
Education qualification: 5th class and Above
Venue: NCSCDA 
Plot- 1, 2, 5 & 6, Gandamunda, Pokhariput, Bhubaneswar(
Landmark – In front of Madhusudan Das Park)
For more information contact: 0674-2352317
PIB Headquarters
CMFRI to throw open unseen world of marine wonders for public
CMFRI to open its doors on 73rd foundation day tomorrow 
Lion Fish in CMFRI Marine Aquarium
As part of its 73rd foundation day, the Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute  opens its doors to students and the public on Tuesday to give them a rare privilege of getting the ringside view of the marine splendours.
The exhibition will offer a display of diverse aquatic species in the sea and a platform to understand the latest developments in marine research. The National Marine Biodiversity Museum, which is rich with collection from a wide spectrum of niches ranging from estuaries to coastal and deeper waters of the Indian seas, various laboratories, newly-designed marine research aquarium, hatcheries and other facilities in the CMFRI will be kept open to the public from 10 am to 4 pm.
The largest fish – whale shark – horse shoe crab, sea snakes, sea birds, pearl oyster, sea cow, dolphins and sharks at the CMFRI Museum will attract visitors. The marine research aquarium showcases different marine ornamental varieties including bat fish, lion fish, etc. Those curious to understand the latest research developments in marine fisheries may visit various laboratories related to bioprospecting, ocean acidification, fishery biology, environmental research, climate change, cell culture, etc. The fish ageing laboratory will definitely attract marine enthusiasts to uncover the secrets behind estimation of fish age which is a revolutionary step in marine fisheries research. Visitors can also acquire knowledge in the area of developing medicines from marine organisms for various diseases.
Models of innovative technologies in integrated farming such as the Recirculating Aquaculture System  and aquaponics along with that of cage fish farming, ornamental fish farming will be demonstrated on the occasion. Programmes creating awareness on marine pollution and dangers of dumping plastic wastes into water ecosystem will also be offered to the public.
The objective of the programme is to sensitise the people about the conservation of the marine biodiversity and to provide an insight into the research activities being transpired in the sector, said Dr A Gopalakrishnan, Director of CMFRI.
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Ministry of Development of North-East Region
Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region releases new Scheme Guidelines for implementing Cabinet-approved Schemes during 15th Finance Commission's balance period 
Continuation of the North East Special Infrastructure Development Scheme  with an approved outlay of Rs.8139.50 crore for the period from 2022-23 to 2025-26 was also approved by the Cabinet, with two components viz. NESIDS-Road and NESIDS-Other Than Road Infrastructure . The scheme is a central sector scheme with 100% central funding. The decisions of the Government including merger of the erstwhile North East Road Sector Development Scheme  into NESIDS-Road component etc. necessitated formulation of fresh guidelines to administer and implement the restructured NESIDS during the balance period of the 15th Finance Commission. Accordingly, the newly-formulated separate Guidelines to administer and implement both the components of the NESIDS have now been issued after having extensive consultations with the stake holders and detailed discussions internally. The objective of the NESIDS is to support infrastructure development in identified sectors including connectivity in the North Eastern States.
The Union Cabinet had also approved continuation of the ‘Schemes of NEC’ for the period from 2022-23 to 2025-26 with a total outlay of Rs.3202.7 crore. The fresh guidelines for the “Schemes of NEC” has also been issued after having detailed discussion and consultations.
The objectives of the aforesaid schemes of the MDoNER are to supplement the efforts of the different Central Ministries & Departments on one hand and the felt needs of the NE States on the other, for uncovered development/welfare activities. The MDoNER Schemes help provide gap-filling support to the eight North Eastern States as per their felt needs, by taking up projects – e.g., for developing infrastructure to mitigate connectivity and social sector deficits and enhancing livelihood and employment opportunities in the region.
The newly issued detailed schemes’ guidelines combined with the concerted efforts of the Ministry and with the kind support of NE States will facilitate to achieve intended objectives in a transparent and accelerated manner.
Ministry of Home Affairs
18th Meeting of the Joint Working Group  on Security and Border Management between India and Bangladesh held
The 18th Meeting of the Joint Working Group  on Security and Border Management between India and Bangladesh was held on December 5 and 6, 2022. The Indian delegation was led by Shri Piyush Goyal, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India and the Bangladesh Government delegation was led by Mr. A.K. Mukhlesur Rahman, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of Bangladesh.
The Union Home Minister, Shri Amit Shah had met the Home Minister of Bangladesh, Mr. Asaduzzaman Khan on November 18 on the sidelines of the ‘No Money For Terror’ Conference in New Delhi. Both sides had productive exchanges on border management and common security related issues during that meeting.
Following on from the meeting between the two ministers last month, at today’s meeting both sides highlighted the excellent bilateral relations between the two countries and reiterated their commitment to further deepen and strengthen mutual cooperation in the security and border related issues. The Bangladesh side recalled the Indian contribution during the Liberation War of Bangladesh in 1971.
Bilateral issues such as border fencing and developmental works within 150 yards of the International Border, illegal crossing, bilateral cooperation in checking insurgency, combating terrorism, organized crimes and smuggling etc. were discussed in the meeting.
Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
IIMC PG Diploma Admissions : Last date to apply extended to May 15
The Indian Institute of Mass Communication has extended the last date for receiving online application forms for its various PG Diploma Programmes till 15th May from the earlier date of 12th May. The institute had been receiving requests for extension of last date, particularly from students in Odisha and adjoining states, where communication services were badly affected due to severe cyclonic storm.
Admissions have been announced for 476 seats across IIMC’s six campuses in Delhi, Dhenkanal , Aizawl , Jammu , Amravati  and Kottayam . The Institute has also introduced 10% quota for the Economically Weaker Section.
The selection for the IIMC PG Diploma Courses will be through a national level entrance examinations comprising a descriptive written test, group discussion and interview. The written examination for the IIMC PG Diploma Courses in Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, and Urdu will be held on Saturday, 25th May. For English Journalism, Hindi Journalism, Radio & TV Journalism and Advertising & Public Relations, the written test will be held on Sunday, 26th May, 2019.
Indian nationals possessing a recognized Bachelor’s degree in any field are eligible to apply. The details of Course content, fees structure and the process of online application can be accessed at the Institute’s websitewww.iimc.gov.in
IIMC|MD|GP
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Ministry of Defence
INS Tarkash At Alexandria, Egypt 
In a demonstration of India's commitment to its ties with Egypt and of Indian Navy's increasing footprint and operational reach, Indian Naval Ship Tarkash arrived at Alexandria on 28 June 2019 for a three day visit, as a part of Western Fleet Overseas Deployment programme.
During the visit of Tarkash, professional interactions are planned with the Egyptian Navy towards further enhancing co-operation between the two forces. In addition, calls on senior Government and military authorities, sporting, cultural interactions, exchange visit of ships personnel and sharing of best practices, aimed at strengthening ties and mutual understanding between the two Navies, are also planned.
India and Egypt are two of the world's oldest civilizations. Building upon the rich and longstanding relations that have existed between India and Egypt, both nations have developed warm relations in several spheres. A number of bilateral agreements for cooperation and cultural exchange exist between the two nations. The geostrategic location of Egypt provides it the unique advantage of being at the crossroads of Africa, Asia and Europe. Crucial Sea Lines of Communication pass through Red Sea into the Mediterranean through Suez Canal in Egypt.
The current visit seeks to underscore India's peaceful presence and solidarity with friendly countries and, in particular, to strengthen the existing bonds of friendship between India and Egypt.
Tarkash, commanded by Captain Sathish Vasudev, is a state of the art warship of the Indian Navy equipped with a versatile range of weapons and sensors capable of addressing threats in all the three dimensions. The ship is part of the Indian Navy's Western Fleet and is under the operational Command of Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Western Naval Command, based at Mumbai.
Ministry of Defence
2 Mega Watt Solar Power Plant Inaugurated at Naval Station Karanja, Uran
Vice Admiral Ajit Kumar, PVSM, AVSM, VSM, ADC Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Western Naval Command, e-inaugurated the first Two Mega Watt Capacity Solar Power Plant of the Western Naval Command on 20 Jul 2020.
The Plant has been installed at Naval Station Karanja and is one of the largest solar plants in the region. The Solar Plant comprises of 100% indigenously developed solar panels, tracking tables and inverters. The plant is grid interconnected utilising the state of art single axis sun tracking technology with computerised monitoring & control.
The project is a significant step by the Indian Navy towards harnessing Solar energy and use of renewable source of energy for meeting the power supply requirement of Naval Station.
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